Something is wrong with my cd/dvd drive

i just inserted a blank disc to burn some songs from itunes and as soon as i put the cd in it started making this grinding sound after the computer read the cd. i tried other cds and dvds as well and it does the same thing. does anyone know whats wrong with the drive? is it broken? will the apple store cover this since its still under the one year warranty for free or will they charge me? also how long will it take for them to fix this? thank you for your help

well i live in a small town so finding an apple repair service is out of the question....but i will probably just make an appointment....now my biggest problem is i cant find the receipt from best buy where i bought it from. but as soon as i got home and turned it on i registered it online and when i went to check it earlier and typed the serial number it says its still under limited warranty until january 18 2008...can i just tell them the serial number since i dont have the receipt anymore or will they charge me since i dont have the receipt? should i just buy applecare before i make an appointment and bring it in? thanks for all of your help

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